Hi Mel, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at the age of 14 and can relate to how you feel/felt about your experience compared to others. I always see my battle as something so small and nothing compared to what others have experienced. I don't know why? I am curious to know if you have any side effects from the cancer now? Mine was in my chest and I am suffering from severe back and chest pain more recently (now over 10 years on) which has flared up progressively over the last few years. Some specialists say it is the scar tissue but I am not sure? by the way, I did realise that you posted your comment a couple years ago but hoping your still in touch with this blog! ... View more